Christmas Trivia Quiz

"Home Alone" is about a boy left alone at home during Christmas.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The statement is true because 'Home Alone' tells the story of a boy who is accidentally left alone at home during the Christmas holiday, leading to various comedic situations.

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Mariah Carey's song "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is over 30 years old.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" was released in 1994, making it less than 30 years old as of 2023. Therefore, the statement is false.

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The movie "The Grinch" is based on a book by Dr. Seuss.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The statement is true because the movie "The Grinch" is indeed based on the book "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" written by Dr. Seuss.

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In the song "Jingle Bells," the singer rides in a red car.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

In the song "Jingle Bells," the singer does not ride in a red car; instead, they ride in a one-horse open sleigh. Therefore, the statement is false.

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The song "Last Christmas" is sung by the band Wham!.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The statement is true because "Last Christmas" is indeed a song by the band Wham!. It was released in 1986 and has become a classic holiday song.

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In "Elf," the main character thinks he is a Christmas elf but learns he is human.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

In 'Elf', the main character, Buddy, believes he is a Christmas elf raised at the North Pole. However, he eventually discovers that he is actually a human, making the statement true.

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The song "Silent Night" was originally written in English.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The song "Silent Night" was originally written in German by Joseph Mohr in 1816, and later composed by Franz Xaver Gruber. Therefore, the statement that it was written in English is false.

In "The Polar Express," the story takes place on Christmas Eve.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

In "The Polar Express," the narrative unfolds on Christmas Eve, making the statement true. The story centers around the magical journey to the North Pole that occurs on this special night.

"White Christmas" by Bing Crosby is one of the best-selling songs of all time.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

"White Christmas" by Bing Crosby is indeed one of the best-selling songs of all time, making the statement true.

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The character Kevin in "Home Alone" sets traps for Santa Claus.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

In "Home Alone", Kevin sets traps to defend his home from burglars, not Santa Claus. Therefore, the statement is false.

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